2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 925 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Captiva | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
